The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is an important piece of legislation that aims to protect and empower women in the workplace. This law addresses the challenges and discrimination pregnant women often face on the job. It also helps ensure that they can work...
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5 subtle signs of sexual harassment
In today's workplace, fostering a safe and respectful environment is important for the well-being and productivity of employees. Sexual harassment is a serious issue that can take on many forms, some of which may be subtle and easy to overlook. 1. Invasive body...
What is the Ohio Civil Rights Commission’s sexual harassment complaint process?
Sexual harassment is a very serious problem that comes in many forms. It can be anything from inappropriate touching to all-out blackmail. Some even say their employers made ultimatums about sexual contact and continuing employment. All of these situations are both...
Should FMLA be expanded to help parents after miscarriage or stillbirth?
The Family and Medical Leave Act provides employees with time off to take care of a family member or a health issue while preserving their job. It is unpaid time off and only applies to eligible employers who have 50 or more employees or government agencies....
Should employers be required to provide pay stubs to employees?
In an era of technology and transparency, being able to track and manage your income is vital. Pay stubs play an important role in the financial lives of employees, whether it is to keep track of pay or use them to receive social services. Despite this, some states,...
If I worked over 40 hours, can my job deny my overtime pay?
The relationship between employee and employer should be one of trust and fairness. If you work more than 40 hours in one week, you likely trust that your job will provide the fair amount of overtime pay that you deserve. If your employer attempts to deny you overtime...
Am I eligible for FMLA if I work from home?
The Family and Medical Leave Act is an important provision that helps protect the work-life balance of many American workers. Under FMLA, certain employees can receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons....
The 30th anniversary of FMLA
February 5, 1993, remains an auspicious day. The date marks the passage of the Family and Medical Leave Act. Now three decades old, this landmark legislation helps millions of workers. Many could better recognize the positive impact that FMLA continues to have. All...
How does sexual harassment affect workers?
Sexual harassment can have a devastating impact on the mental and physical well-being of employees. Unfortunately, sexual harassment is not always apparent. Perpetrators of harassment might try to pass it off as a joke or accuse the victim of lying. According to...
Should I get paid for FMLA leave?
The Family and Medical Leave Act allows employees to take up to twelve weeks of job-protected leave per year for eligible circumstances. These include caring for one's own serious health condition or that of a close family member, caring for a child in the year...